Biopsychology - Plasticity Flashcards
1
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Plasticity
A
The brain’s tendency to adapt as a result of experience and new learning.
2
Q
Functional recovery
A
The brain’s ability to redistribute functions following damage via trauma.
3
Q
Synaptic pruning
A
As we age, rarely used connections are deleted and frequently used connections are strengthened.
4
Q
Axonal sprouting
A
Undamaged axons grow new nerve endings to reconnect neurons whose links were severed/ injured.
5
Q
Recruitment of homologous areas
A
Regions on opposite sides of the brain take on functions of damaged areas.
